Milton Bridge: The Crystal Collection

Milton Bridge: The Crystal Collection – Raw Power and Unique Crystal Growth

 

Bring depth and unparalleled brilliance to your ceramic art with genuine crystalline glazes.

The Milton Bridge Studio Crystal Line is more than just a series of glazes—it is a chemical wonder that comes to life in the heat of your kiln. These professional-grade crystalline glazes are engineered to develop authentic, visible, and light-refracting crystal structures directly on the surface of your work during the firing process.

Every firing is a unique journey: the size, shape, and placement of the crystals vary based on firing temperature, cooling rates, and application thickness. The result is always a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that is impossible to replicate exactly.

 

Why Choose the Crystal Collection?

  • Genuine Crystal Growth: Unlike standard effect glazes, the Crystal Line grows physical crystals that provide incredible visual depth.
  • Premium Quality: Manufactured in the UK using the highest quality raw materials.
  • Professional Standard: Optimized for high-temperature stoneware and porcelain (Cone 6–7).
  • Larger Volume: Generous 550 ml jars provide 10% more glaze than the industry standard.

 

Technical Performance

While these glazes are stable at 1220°C, true masterpieces are created through controlled cooling. By maintaining a "hold" between 1023°C and 987°C, you give the crystals the time they need to grow large and spectacular.

Icewood Atelier Pro Tip: Crystalline glazes become extremely fluid at peak temperatures. We highly recommend using a "glaze catcher" (a small clay tray or ring) under your pieces to protect your kiln shelves.

 

Cone 7 Firing Schedule

Fire at a rate of 175°C per hour to 1210°C, then hold for 10 minutes. After the peak temperature, follow this cooling cycle: Cool at full power down to 1023°C and hold for 45 minutes. Continue full power down to 987°C and hold for 10 minutes. Heat again at full power up to 1023°C and hold for 45 minutes. Finally, cool at full power down to 987°C and hold for 10 minutes.

If the controller does not allow for programmed cooling stages, use the simplified schedule instead: Fire at 175°C per hour to 1220°C and hold for 20 minutes.

The formation of larger crystals occurs during the cooling and soaking stages of the cycle

 

Explore the collection and find your favorite—whether it’s the earthy Rhyolite, the mystical Tremolite, or the deep blue Cavansite.